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Geary, Thomas G.
MADISON - Thomas G. Geary, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. He was born on Feb. 12, 1948, in Hammond, Ind. Tom worked for Inland Steel Co. and in 1968, he entered the U.S. Army. Tom was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., and trained as a medic at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. He served in Vietnam and was later transferred to Fort Dix, N.J. Tom worked for Pellitteri's Waste Management for many years. They have been very supportive of Tom and Tonie, which is much appreciated. Tom is survived by his wife of 23 years, Tonie; mother of his three children, Joyce (Tommy) Thompson; children, Kevin USN Gladiator Mineman Chief (Jen) Geary, Lisa (Carlyle) Geary, and Steven Geary; four step-children, Christina (Mark) Hafner, Carla (Bobby) Conners, Curtis (Tiff) Olson, and Chad (Jenny) Olson; 19 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; special friends, Joni (Dave) Workman and Mark (Claudia) Harmon; his adopted family, Barb and Gustavo; very special sister-in-law, Cordie Ogden; brother, David (Agnes) Geary of Hammond, Ind.; sister, Janet (Fred) Dollins of Owensboro, Ky.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Jane (Phelps) Geary; grandmother, Harriet Phelps; brother, Morris Dean Geary; and sisters, Aline (Fred) Oberc and Garnet (Jim) Hamel. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2008, with Chaplain Steve Cook presiding and military rites will be conducted. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 2 p.m until the time of the service. Burial will be at Forest Hill cemetery at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Harold L. "Bud" Duell
11/3/40 - 7/4/07
To My "Bud Boy" A years gone by but still I cry, Although I'm just your common law wife, you'll always be the Love of My Life. I miss you so much! I will love you until we meet again- and then forever after. When the Fireworks are Booming and the stars light up the sky, always remember Bud Duell every 4th of July. Love Forever, Your "Laurie Girl"
Jacobson, Terrie Louise
FORT ATKINSON, WIS. - Terrie Louise Jacobson, age 54, of Fort Atkinson, Wis., died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at the Fort Atkinson Memorial Hospital, in Fort Atkinson. Terrie was born on May 13, 1954, the daughter of Charles A. and Margaret M.(Price) Nelson. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1972. Terrie continued her education by receiving a bachelor's of science degree in education from UW-Milwaukee and a master's in library science from UW-Madison. Terrie worked for Bethesda Lutheran Homes in Jefferson. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Fort Atkinson. Terrie enjoyed playing bingo with friends and crocheting blankets for others. She will be remembered for her big heart and friendliness to all who met her. She was very proud of h
er three daughters and found great joy spending time with her grandchildren: Charlie, Henry, Eli, Dylan and Paige. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Price of Fort Atkinson; daughter, Michelle (Scott) Mueller of Madison; daughter, Nicole Jacobson of Milwaukee; daughter, Rebecca (Tony) Teubert of Fort Atkinson; brother, Gene (Jeanniene) Nelson of Madison; sister, Jill Traeder of Jefferson; brother, Steve B. (Brenda) Nelson of Jefferson; and brother, Keith (Helen) Nelson of Eldorado Hills, Calif. Terrie was preceded in death by her father. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, July 5, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fort Atkinson, with a luncheon to follow at the church. NITARDY FUNERAL HOME, Fort Atkinson is assisting the family.
Moffett, Cornealius
JOLIET, ILL. - Cornealius Moffett, age 23, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2008. Visitation services will be held Monday, July 7, 2008, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at SACRED HEART CHURCH on 337 S. Ottawa St. in Joliet, Ill. Service will begin at 11 a.m. Burial will follow. Range Funeral Home in Joliet, Ill. will be handling arrangements (815) 722-2215.
Teelin, Erma Laura
BARABOO - Erma Laura Teelin of Baraboo passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at St. Clare Meadows at the age of 88. Erma, the daughter of Frank and Hazel (Ridgeway) Getman, was born on Oct. 14, 1919, in Mohawk, N.Y. She enjoyed art, golf, playing bridge, and was a member of the Palm Desert Palette (Art) Club. Erma had a generous heart and enjoyed taking Thanksgiving meals to fellow church members and working with Meals-on-Wheels. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Baraboo. Survivors include four children, Terry (Una) Teelin, Lynda (Ron) Barganz, Tim (Amy) Teelin, and Tracie (Raymond) Mandli; her honorary son, foreign exchange student, Hans (Margrit) Fangel of Denmark; her grandchildren, Kelly Teelin, Laura (Doug) Barager, Maureen (Steven) Teelin, Tom (Joy) Teelin, Christopher (Leanne) Barganz, Jill Barganz, Cari (Kevin) Benson, Janelle (Kevin) Ramsey, Andrea and Jason Krunnfusz, Kyle, Alexis, Kelsey, and Jordan Mandli; great-grandchildren, William and Piper Barager, Katie, Aaron, Wren Benson, Lauren and Dylan Barganz, Amelia, Sydney, Jack and Hayden Ramsey, Maddilyn and Isaah Radix; and many other relatives and friends. Erma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Willard "Pete" Teelin; and her sister, Vera Mowers. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008, at the FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH in Baraboo with Pastor Wendy Boden officiating. Burial will follow in the Walnut Hill cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, July 6, 2008, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the church, and on Monday, also at the church, from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be made to the Sauk County Humane Society, the First Presbyterian Church Family Care Program, or the Baraboo High School Fine Arts Department. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Testolin, Anthony "Tony" J.
SUN PRAIRIE - Anthony "Tony" J. Testolin, age 79, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on July 2, 2008. He was born on March 21, 1929, in Dodge County the son of Albert and Marcella (Binnotto) Testolin. Tony graduated from Mayville High School in 1946. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 through 1948 with the elite U.S. Constabulary in Germany policing the U.S. Occupation Zone and was later recalled to active duty during the Korean War where he served as an operations sergeant from 1950 to 1951 with the 1st Cavalry Division. Among his decorations he was awarded the Bronze Star. Tony married
the love of his life, Marlayne Heimerl, in 1952. He was employed with the State of Wisconsin for more than 30 years, first with the Wisconsin State Patrol and his last duty was as a field sergeant. He then worked with the Wisconsin Emergency Management Agency where he was the bureau director responsible for all disaster preparedness planning and response actions until his retirement in 1989. He was an alumnus of the 9 month Police Administration course at Northwestern University, attended various management courses at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Federal Colleges at Battle Creek, Mich. and Emmetsburg, Md. Tony was instrumental in assisting in reorganizing the Wisconsin Bureau of Civil Defense after the 1965 Mississippi River flood, which was a nuclear war planning agency into becoming an all disaster response agency. He took part in the state's emergency response in every Wisconsin disaster or incident from 1965-1989 which included the 1965 Mississippi flood, 1976 ice storm, 1977 Wisconsin drought, 1977 Wisconsin State Employee's Strike, 1978 Kickapoo River flood, 1979 truckers strike, 1980's spear fishing disturbances and 1984 Barneveld tornado. Mr. Testolin along with many state, county and local officials lobbied congress to help form FEMA in 1978. It went from a number of federal agencies to one coordinated federal disaster response agency. From 1990-2002, he served as a FEMA reservist being called to assist at various disaster declarations as they occurred throughout the U.S.A. Also during this time period, he was a tour manager and guide for Holiday Vacations of Eau Claire escorting groups on trips in the continental U.S.A., Alaska, and Western Europe. Mr. Testolin especially enjoyed watching his sons and grandsons play baseball, football and hockey. He attended every event he possibly could. He was a loyal Packers and Badgers fan holding season tickets to Badger football from 1970 to 2004. With his wife, he enjoyed traveling and wintering in Florida and Arizona. They also travelled in Europe and especially enjoyed Northern Italy where his father and mother were born. They were dedicated walkers and enjoyed going to new and different places. Tony was a member of Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church, Sun Prairie, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 7591, Madison, and DOT Retirees' Club, Madison. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Marlayne of Sun Prairie; sons, Terrance of Richland Center and Tim (Judy) of Madison; grandsons, Tony (Laura) of Madison and Sam of Madison; great-granddaughter, Hailey Anne; sisters, Mary Goodman of Fond du Lac, Emma Vollmer of Las Vegas, Nev., Lidia Berghammer of Madison and Elly (Gerard) Klinzing of Monona; brothers-in-law, Marvin (Gladys) Heimerl of Brownsville and Milton (Shirley) Heimerl of Fond du Lac; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2008, at 7 p.m. at the CRESS FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie with Father Brian Dulli presiding. Friends are invited to call on Saturday at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until the time of service. A reception with food and beverage will be provided throughout the visitation in the Cress Funeral Home Community Room. Tony was grateful for all his wonderful health providers and the family wishes to express their thanks to the Dean Clinics, St. Mary's Hospital, UW Hospital and HospiceCare for their compassionate care. Memorials would be appreciated to HospiceCare, St. Mary's Hospital or UW Carbone Cancer Center.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 1310 Emerald Terrace Sun Prairie (608) 837-9054
Wilson, Dorothy Dean Ingraham
DEERFIELD - Dorothy Dean Ingraham Wilson died of a heart attack en route to St. Mary's Hospital in Madison on July 2, 2008. She was born at the family farm in Oxford, Wis., the daughter of Enos Henry "Ben" Ingraham and Leda Alice Major Ingraham on April 22, 1914. Dorothy lived the last few years of her life at Helen's Happy Home in Deerfield, Wis., where she received excellent care and love. She was an active member of Young at Heart and a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church in Cambridge. She is survived by two daughters, Lois "Thomas" Hardy of Pardeeville and Patricia Bryan of Rockdale; a son, David (Sharon) Wilson of Bentonville, Ark.; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. The funeral litergy will begin at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, with Father William Vernon officiating. Burial will be in Douglas cemetery, Endeavor, Wis. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Tuesday. NITARDY FUNERAL HOME in Cambridge is assisting the family.
Brown, Dorothy R.
SUN PRAIRIE - Dorothy R. Brown, age 83, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2008. She was born on March 3, 1925, in Biwadik, Minn., to William and Gladys (Damerell) Reynolds. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Mike Brown of Madison, and Dennis (Christie) Brown; a grandchild, Corinna (Damon) Kovars of Green Bay; two great-grandchildren, Alex and Gray; and a sister, Betty Seiler of Woodruff. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Brown; parents; a brother, Bill "Whitie;" and a sister, Joyce Thomas. Private family services will be held.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Bruhn, Julia
SPRING GREEN - Julia Bruhn, age 72, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home with her family and friends by her side, on Friday, July 4, 2008. Julie was born in Richland Center, on Sept. 17, 1935, the daughter of Gordon and Bernadine (McCarville) Poad. Julie was united in marriage to Frank Bruhn on March 2, 1957. They enjoyed 33 years of happily married
life. They succeeded by working hard and enjoyed many, many trips around the world. She attended Richland County Teachers College and UW-Platteville, where she obtained her bachelor's degree. Julie did her practice teaching at the Oak Grove School and Richland Center Campus. She began her teaching career in one-room schools from 1955-1960. From 1961-1997 Julie taught biology at the River Valley Middle School. She was so well liked by her many students and fellow teachers and her legacy at River Valley will never be forgotten. Julie was a member of St. John's Catholic Church and the Little Flower Circle. She was a lifetime member of the Wisconsin Retired Education Association, lifetime member of Sauk, Iowa and Richland County Retired Teachers Associations. She was also a lifetime member of the Richland Campus Alumni Association and UW-Platteville Alumni Association. Julie was a member of the Lone Rock Historical Society and the Lone Rock Alumni Association. She was the founder of the Scarlett Gems of the Red Hat Society. Julie was an avid member of the Travel Society and the Financial Group. She held many offices within her bowling leagues. Julie was president of many of the above organizations and, last but not least, she was the president of the two member sorority Alpha Cumma Guy. Julie will be dearly missed by her brother, Gordon (Joan) Poad of Lone Rock; sister, Lottie Schreurs of South Dakota; along with her six stepchildren; sisters-in-law, Ella (Sis) McGraw of Madison, and Elaine Bruhn of California; brothers-in-law, Charlie (Tay) Bruhn of Lodi, and Karl Bruhn of California; and many special nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents, in-law, Charles and Lucy Bruhn; her maternal and paternal grandparents; sisters-in-law, Hazel Horne, Ellen Lewis, Pat Bruhn, Shirley Bruhn, June Gundlach, and Maxine Bruhn; brothers-in-law, Earl Bruhn, George Bruhn, Ken Bruhn, Wilfred Gundlach, Kenny McGraw, Lenny Horne, Bill Lewis, and Bob Schreurs; and an infant brother. Julie had lots of joys in life, but teaching was on the top of her list. She helped shape the minds of students by teaching students through experiment, to learn from success and failure, and to gain knowledge from those experiences; had been Julies's driving force. Julie demanded no more of students and colleagues than she demanded of herself, "To do the best that you can!" She leaves us still at the top of her game, in love with life, children and education. No word can ever fully express our love and admiration for Julie. She will remain in our hearts forever. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at 11 a.m. at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Spring Green. Father Mike Resop will officiate with burial in the St. Patrick's Catholic cemetery in Loretto, at 2 p.m. The procession will leave from St. John's Catholic Church at 1:30 p.m. Visitation will be held at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorials may be made to the Frank and Julie Bruhn Memorial Scholarship Fund. Online condolences available at: www.staffordfuneralhomes.com.
Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home Highway 23 S., Spring Green (608) 588-2181
Bryant, Dale L.
EVANSVILLE - Dale L. Bryant, age 44, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, as a result of a automobile accident. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2008, at the EVANSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, 640 South 5th St., Evansville. Friends may call on Friday, July 11, 2008, from 11 a.m. until the time of service. The family requests memorials for his children's education fund. Ward Funeral Home Evansville is assisting the family.
Burdick, Neva
STOUGHTON - Neva Burdick, age 85, died on Sunday, July 6, 2008. Arrangements are pending.
Olson-Holzhuter-Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 206 W. Prospect Avenue Stoughton (608) 873-9244
Byer, Benjamin S.
CHICAGO - Benjamin S. Byer, award-winning documentary filmmaker of "Indestructible". His life ended after a courageous eight-year battle against ALS. Fond husband of Josephine Christopher; cherished father of John Anthony Byer; loving son of Stephen and Barbara Byer; devoted brother of Matthew (Susan), Joshua (Stacey), Sarah (Barry) and Rebeccah (Drew); caring uncle of Adam, Zachary, Elizabeth, MacKenzie, Abby, Zoe, Henry and Elliot; and dear nephew, cousin and friend of many. Graveside service to be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, 2:30 p.m. at SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK (Section X Migdal) 1700 Rand Road, Arlington Heights, Ill. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to ALS Film fund (www. Indestructiblefilm.com). Arrangements by Goodman Family Funerals, William Goodman Funeral Director
847.480.7744 www.gffinfo.com
Crary, Helen "Maxine"
MADISON - Maxine Crary, age 81, passed away at HospiceCare Inc. on Thursday, July 3, 2008, from pancreatic cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at 11 a.m. Monsignor Mike Burke will celebrate. A visitation will also be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. Burial of cremains will follow later that day.
Ryan Funeral Home and Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257
Crombie, Marguerite C.
COLUMBUS - Marguerite C. Crombie, age 76, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2008. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH, Columbus. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the church, and from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church.
Jones-Jensen Funeral and Cremation Columbus (920) 612-5850
Cullinane, Michael J.
MADISON - Michael J. Cullinane, age 60, a life long resident of Madison passed away Friday, July 4, 2008, with his family and friends beside him, after a brief illness. Mike was born on March 17, 1948, and was adopted into the loving arms of John and Eve Cullinane. Mike had survived many personal health challenges over the years. He was an avid reader and devoted fan of old time T.V. and film. He loved to play jokes and joke around. He is survived by his loving sister, Mary (Mark) Esch; a cousin, Patrick (Joan) Pagel; and his special friend who could make him smile, Skippy, the dog. Mike was employed by Topper's Pizza. He was always so happy to tell you how many pizza boxes he made at work. He was supported when working by Community Work Services. Beth Hougen was a Support Broker who brought much joy in their outings to bookstores and lunches. Mike's enjoyment of life over the years would not have been possible without the assistance of the staff of Options in Community Living. The family would like to say a very big "Thank-you" to: Kim, Pat, Johna, Julie, Juan, Enrique, Santiago, Rebecca and Martin. These people helped to provide assistance in Mike's day to day needs. Also many thanks to all of Mike's physicians at UW Clinics: Dr. William Schwab, Dr. Brad Beinlich, Dr. Noelle Laconte, and all the people at HospiceCare who made Mike's last days comfortable without pain, and ensured his "quality of life." Special "Thank-you" to MaryJane Conlin and Kevin Conlin and Ronda Martin, Elizabeth Gorman, Carol Henning, Mark Dillion, and Jeff and Cindy Statz, for their support of the family. Memorials to family in care of Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison, WI 53705 or Options in Community Living, 22 N. Second St., Madison, WI 53704. A memorial fund will be setup in Mike's name called: Michael's Entertainment Fund, to assist people with disabilities and entertainment opportunities. A private burial will be held Thursday, July 10, 2008. A celebration of Mike's life will be held on Thursday from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the home of Mark and Mary.
My brother of mine, your kidding of me is going to be missed, but I know you are in a better place without being sick and in pain. Long live the Irish that is you, Michael J. Cullinane.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434
